I was getting my paycheck at Cracker Barrel yesterday when a server told me I was in the wrong line of work. Her husband, she said, worked at a radio station and my voice was perfect for on the air; she told me to send my resume and some audiotapes all over the area.
Now, I've been complimented on my voice before; apparently I have a lovely deep voice (Ralphie's heard it; I don't think anyone else on here has). Usually people suggest that I sing, which is no good because I can't carry a tune in a bucket. This suggestion, though, actually sounds reasonable. Is it? What kind of qualifications does one need, if anyone here knows?
Posted by Jexxster (Member # 5293) on :
I have been told the same thing on a number of occasions, but never went for it. I don't know what sort of qualifications you need (being able to talk is probably the big one ), but I say go for it. Give it a shot, and if nothing else perhaps the radio station can give you tips on what to do.
Be careful, if they think your voice is nice and deep and soothing, they might want to make you the late night dude who plays requests for all those lovers out there.
Posted by TomDavidson (Member # 124) on :
"This is Big Mac, spinnin' up some lonely tunes for all you broken-hearted lovers out there in radioland tonight. Remember, lads and ladies, there IS light at the end of that tunnel -- even if sometimes, like now, it's Coltrane."
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
Strange, I've heard similar things as well . . .
*considers career in radio*
Did she mention what should go on those audiotapes?
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
There are various broadcast schools around. If your voice is such a natural and you feel comfortable talking, they probably are not necessary.
You may have to start out working poor hours (Midnite-3am) as an intern (less money to start than Cracker Barrel, but lots of good free music)and moving all over the country before finding a steady job. Those are the down sides.
Posted by Zalmoxis (Member # 2327) on :
Work on a degree in broadcasting. Use the contacts and resources of the department to get an internship. Work hard at the internship while also building up a good portfolio of student work. And finally: be willing to relocate to a small to mid-sized market (if the job is good enough).
Posted by Sopwith (Member # 4640) on :
You've got the voice, but have you got the face for radio?
Seriously, it's not the best paying career, but it sure can be a lot of fun. A couple of my friends are on air professionals, one as a morning show dj, the other as a talk show host. The hours, once you can get a daytime gig, are great, making up for low pay and benefits. The fringe benefits, well, they're great.
Posted by Maccabeus (Member # 3051) on :
Well, according to the person who talked to me, I can make better pay than here at Cracker Barrel and also get benefits that Cracker Barrel isn't giving me. I don't know if it's a local phenomenon or what.
Posted by Maccabeus (Member # 3051) on :
Fugu, no she did not. I've been meaning to ask her.
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), but I say go for it. Give it a shot, and if nothing else perhaps the radio station can give you tips on what to do.